ailment
2 synonyms and 0 antonyms for ailment, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — An illness, especially a minor or ongoing one.
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How to use ailment
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
common ailment
minor ailment
chronic ailment
Etymology
From the verb "ail" (to trouble or afflict) plus the noun-forming suffix "-ment."
Full origin of ailment →Frequently asked questions
What does “ailment” mean?
The word “ailment” means an illness, especially a minor or ongoing one. In plain terms, a health problem or illness, often used for something ongoing rather than a sudden, serious disease.
How do you pronounce “ailment”?
“Ailment” is pronounced AYL-muhnt (/ˈeɪ̯lmənt/ in IPA).
How do you use “ailment” in a sentence?
Here is “ailment” used in a sentence: “The clinic treats everything from colds to chronic ailments.”
What part of speech is “ailment”?
“Ailment” is a noun.